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Histologic Tech

  • Mercy General Hospital
  • Sacramento, California
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The posted compensation range of $45.10 - $49.86 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Job ID
2026-460551
Employment Type
Seasonal/Casual/OnCall/Supplemental
Department
Laboratory Services
Hours/Pay Period
8
Weekly Schedule
Varies
Shift
Varies
Remote
No
Category
Laboratory

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Processes, embeds, sections, mounts, and routinely stains surgical and autopsy tissue and performs special stains. With other Histology team members, participates in the management of the Histology section.

As a Histotechnician, you will prepare human tissue for microscopic investigation and analysis by pathologists, including sectioning, treatment, slide placement, drying, and staining. Daily, you will accurately perform accessioning and clerical functions, assist pathologists with tissue cutting and autopsies, and prepare slides with routine and special stains. You will maintain records, ensure proper chemical handling and tissue disposal, operate lab information systems securely, and deliver accurate, timely lab reports, plus other assigned duties. Success in this role requires meticulous attention to detail in tissue preparation, strong lab safety and compliance knowledge, LIS proficiency, and a commitment to high-quality diagnostic support.


Job Requirements
  • High School GED General Studies.
  • Ability to: Work as a team to meet the team goals and objectives. Work effectively under stress and adjust priorities as circumstances require. Maintain a high degree of accuracy. Treat co-workers, patients, visitors, and the public with dignity and respect. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all hospital personnel and medical staff. Maintain patient confidentiality. Problem-solve effectively. Work a flexible schedule and be willing to work additional hours if needed for the provision of quality patient care.
  • Knowledge of: Skills in the preparation, embedding, cutting, and staining of tissue specimens, anatomic Pathology terminology and histology equipment, proper gross examination procedures.


Preferred

  • Minimum of six (6) months experience as a Histology Tech or Pathology lab.
  • Histotechnologist.
Where You'll Work

Founded in 1925, Dignity Health - Mercy General Hospital is a 310-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Sacramento, California. Serving over 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, cancer care, women’s health, and neurology. Additionally, Mercy General Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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